One Health

Hi everyone- I am part of a team at the Johns Hopkins School of Nursing developing a new measure on self-stewardship, to better characterize the needs and wellbeing of clinicians, including SOCIAL WORKERS! Includes a brief survey (see QR code below) that takes less than 15 minutes. Please share within ... See More

" A One Health system is comprehensive, addressing access to veterinary care and other essential services bonded families need, by fostering inter-professional collaboration. This approach innately requires the alignment of diverse programs, organizations, and industries, ensuring that we work together ... See More

​For those dedicated to canine neurology and stroke research, the correlation between systemic hypertension and neurological events is a critical area of focus. ​Often referred to as a silent condition, canine hypertension is frequently secondary to underlying issues such as chronic kidney disease ... See More

For surgical prep, most clinics I've worked with tend to stick to sterile, veterinary-approved ophthalmic lubricants rather than switching to non-sterile alternatives like corn oil. Even though bulk purchasing can feel expensive upfront, it usually ends up being safer and more consistent for preventing ... See More

This is such an important reminder, especially the point that seatbelts and proper restraints don't prevent accidents but significantly reduce injury risk. In our organization, we do bring up car safety in family education sessions, including proper use of child seats and the importance of securing pets ... See More

Thank you @Rebecca McCathern . This is such a powerful example of One Health in practice! When workplaces recognize pet loss as a meaningful loss, they are acknowledging the real connection between human well-being, family systems, mental health, and the human-animal bond. Specific inclusion of ... See More

@Destiny Crum , Thank you so much for sharing Chicken's story. I am so deeply sorry for your loss. What you described is heartbreaking, and I can feel how loved Chicken was - and still is. You are absolutely right that pet loss is often minimized because so many people still view animals as ... See More

Thank you for sharing this, Kayla. I think one of the biggest challenges surrounding pet loss is that many people still view pets as property rather than family members. Because of that, the grief that follows is often minimized or misunderstood. The mention of Prolonged Grief Disorder especially ... See More

I worked at a company that provided paid bereavement leave for pet loss. It was pretty wonderful. I lost 4 furbabies in the time I worked there, and working in an environment where the culture respected the loss of a furry family member was helpful. Later I worked for a company that considered pet ... See More